171 total dogs
No findings
James & Cynthia Hayes — Brule Creek Kennels
Akron, IA
Breeder Snapshot
James & Cynthia Hayes — Brule Creek Kennels is a USDA-licensed dog breeder in Akron, Iowa. Pawthenticity has 13 USDA inspections on file, with the earliest from 2014. The most recent was March 18, 2026, with 51 dogs on site. Across these inspections, USDA inspectors have documented 3 citations. See the inspection timeline below with dog counts, violation categories, inspector quotes, and links to the original PDF reports.
- Recent Dog Total
- 51
- USDA Citations
- 3
- USDA License
- 46-B-0033
- USDA License Exp
- 10/22/2028
Breed(s) Offered
According to public sources, James & Cynthia Hayes — Brule Creek Kennels raises the following breed(s): Malshi.
Compiled from publicly available sources, which may include breeders' public listings, pet store records, and Certificates of Veterinary Inspections (CVIs). While we strive for accuracy, this information may not be accurate, current, or complete.
USDA Inspections
USDA inspectors visit licensed dog breeders to check that their facilities meet federal Animal Welfare Act standards — housing, food and water, veterinary care, sanitation, and how the dogs are handled. Each visit produces a public report through the USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS). For citations, we've included the first sentence of the report. Click the PDF to read the entire inspection.
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180 total dogs⚠️ Housing
“In the main kennel, the wood framing for two dog doorways had gaps between the framing and the walls.”
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220 total dogs⚠️ Housing
“The back wall for 14 enclosures on the north and south side of the Main Kennel had an accumulation of brown grime, grey dirt and cob webs.”
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123 total dogsNo findings
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154 total dogsNo findings
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🚫 Access
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103 total dogsNo findings
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80 total dogsNo findings
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83 total dogsNo findings
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72 total dogsNo findings
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59 total dogsNo findings
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55 total dogsNo findings
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51 total dogsNo findings
Counts include adults and puppies. Color reflects kennel size (green 1–49, yellow 50–149, red 150+) — not citations.
Records last reviewed June 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is James & Cynthia Hayes — Brule Creek Kennels a USDA-licensed dog breeder?
James & Cynthia Hayes — Brule Creek Kennels is registered with the U.S. Department of Agriculture under license number 46-B-0033. The license expiration date on file is 10/22/2028. For current license status, check the USDA APHIS public database.
How many dogs did James & Cynthia Hayes — Brule Creek Kennels have at the most recent USDA inspection?
USDA's most recent inspection counted 51 total dogs on site. This count includes adults and puppies, and reflects that specific day.
How many USDA citations does James & Cynthia Hayes — Brule Creek Kennels have on record?
Across all USDA inspections on file, inspectors have documented 3 citations. You can see the full breakdown in the inspection list above.
Where is James & Cynthia Hayes — Brule Creek Kennels located?
James & Cynthia Hayes — Brule Creek Kennels's facility is registered in Akron, IA according to USDA records.
Has James & Cynthia Hayes — Brule Creek Kennels held more than one USDA license?
James & Cynthia Hayes — Brule Creek Kennels's current USDA license is 46-B-0033. If a previous license is listed in the profile header above, this breeder has held more than one USDA license over time.
Where can I view James & Cynthia Hayes — Brule Creek Kennels's original USDA inspection reports?
Every inspection on this profile links to the original USDA PDF — the same document inspectors filed. Click any inspection above to open the source report.
Pawthenticity summarizes public inspection records from USDA APHIS to help people make informed decisions. The findings, citation codes, and dates shown are drawn directly from those records and reflect conditions documented on the inspection date(s) shown — they may not reflect current operations. Category and severity labels are our summary of the USDA's own findings, not independent judgments about a breeder. If you believe any information here is inaccurate or out of date, please submit a correction.
